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nOvaMatic | 06/29/2008 at 1:58 PM | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#36: Hall & Oates 'Sara Smile'

Today's countdown entry is "Sara Smile", the single that put Philly blue-eyed soulsters Daryl Hall and John Oates, better known as Hall & Oates, on the rhythm and blues radar. Their first album with RCA, after a less than...

Harlem | 06/27/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

First Spin

With Raphael Saadiq & Stevie Wonder On This Track, We 'Like It' Too

A couple of days ago when we posted the first release from Raphael Saadiq's forthcoming as-of-yet-untitled album, the general consensus in the comments was that Raphael had gotten the '60s sound just right. With this new track, "Like It," featuring...

ill Mami | 06/27/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (13) | Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

Back in the Saddle

NOVA: July 1 (The Roots, Prince, Janet Jackson, Common) [ODEO]VIBEMISTRESS: The Original 6/16 (Mos Def, The Jacksons, Van Hunt, Leela James) [SSR]AKILI/ONE: Groovyclectic 6/20 (Robin Thicke, Raekwon, Amel Larrieux, Estelle) [GC]DJ PS: Weekly Show #25 (Osunlade, Erro, Atjazz, DJ...

nOvaMatic | 06/27/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

New Videos From Hil St. Soul, LL Cool J, Talib Kweli, Skillz & O'So Krispie

This Friday there are a truckload of new videos that debuted during the week that I'm bringing to ya right here, right now. In the top spot we have UK soul sista Hil St. Soul with a video that looks...

Butta | 06/27/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Still Missing You

Ciara is ready to give good face as the latest Wilhelmina Modeling Agency signee. But she still ain't got nothing on those ladies from She's Got the Look on TV Land! [BS]Instant depression alert: Check out these photos of...

Butta | 06/27/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#37: D'Angelo 'Me And Those Dreamin' Eyes of Mine'

Brown Sugar changed my life. Better yet, it helped to define my life. At the time it was released, I was a twenty-year-old hot thang who had just made the transition from Timberlands and sneakers on my feet to sandals...

ill Mami | 06/26/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Battle of the Beats

Who Clarified Jigga's 'Moment' the Best? 9th Wonder or Just Blaze?

If you're anything like me, you've amassed more than a king's ransom in unofficial Blueprint, Black Album and American Gangster remix projects. Sometimes, you get lucky and land on something golden, like Von Pea's American Angster, MidiMarc's Newprint, or the...

nOvaMatic | 06/26/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (14) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

B-Rock & Hillary Unite To 'Barack Da Vote'

Whoever is up to cranking out the '80s tributes to all the pop culture fun we enjoyed as youths, keep it coming. In a mere week, we were astounded and amazed by the '80s covers from Zo! and Tigallo Love...

ill Mami | 06/26/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

First Spin

EXCLUSIVE: Raheem DeVaughn & Robyn Janelle Preserve the Sexy on 'Customer' Remix

Since heads didn't necessarily roll after R. Kelly horrendously injected himself into Raheem DeVaughn's "Customer," we're proud to present what could possibly be the definitive remix. Don't be put off by the "Love in This Club" leanings, the bouncy feel...

nOvaMatic | 06/26/2008 at 12:30 PM | Comments (19) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Jennifer Hudson Shines in Video for 'Spotlight'

Lost amongst all the righteous ruckus caused by Maxwell's show-saving appearance on Tuesday's BET Awards was the premiere of Jennifer Hudson's video for her single "Spotlight" the same day. I'll go on record admitting that the song wore on me...

Harlem | 06/26/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Coming Soon

Stevie Wonder has more instant vintage in the works. [BB]Will Smith locked lips with David Letterman the other night. [TF]KRS-One is getting his own imprint at powerHOUSE Books, aptly named "I Am Hip Hop." Hmm, I wonder if the...

Butta | 06/26/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#38: Erykah Badu 'Next Lifetime'

"Next Lifetime" has always conjured up pleasant memories for me. This is mostly because, maybe I too went through a headwrap phase when she exploded on the scene in 1997. Or maybe it's because I was in a bit of...

ill Mami | 06/25/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Soul Cynic, SoulTube

Maxwell Shocks, Awes and Delights at BET Awards

Last night was extremely trying on a sista. A glutton for punishment, I agreed to live-blog the BET Awards '08 knowing full well that I would have to subject myself to random acts of ignorance and my people behaving--and...

Butta | 06/25/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (28) | Permalink

First Spin

Raphael Saadiq Loves That Girl

Raphael Saadiq, I must say, was "neo-soul" way before that term was even coined in the late '90's. Not only has this brother gone retro while still with former band Tony! Toni! Toné!, but his debut solo album was titled...

ill Mami | 06/25/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Man vs. Machine

Man Vs. Machine (Part 5): $2.99 Buffalo Nuggets!

Welcome to the fifth installment of "Man vs. Machine" in which I, SoulBounce HNIC, listen to one hour of mainstream urban radio and document my "findings" along with the type of commentary that only your friendly SB editors can...

nOvaMatic | 06/25/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Soul-Poll

Soul-Poll Results Episode: And The Dopest MC Out Right Now Is.....

We'd like to thank everyone for telling MTV where to stick it. Our Dopest MC poll has come to a close and the winner is revealed after the bounce. You know you wanna click! The image above represents 4 of...

nOvaMatic | 06/25/2008 at 12:30 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Don't Need No One Else

Kanye West sides with Soulja Boy in the "Greasy Pimp vs. Raging 17-Year-Old Fool Rap War 2008." [KU]Ice-T has responded that telling Soulja Boy to "Eat a d---" was taken out of context. This is the worst Rap beef...

nOvaMatic | 06/25/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

SoulTube

From The Comfort Of The SoulBounce Couch: Live-Blogging The BET Awards '08

Are you ready to rumble? Once again, it's on with the SoulBounce BET Awards '08 live-blog. Sit back, relax and join in on the clowning in the comments section. 7:59 I should warn y'all that I've been watching BET...

Butta | 06/24/2008 at 11:15 PM | Comments (160) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#39: After 7 'Ready or Not'

Melvin and Kevon Edmonds have a lot in common with their superstar middle brother Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds. Just like the multiple award-winning songwriter/producer, they carved a niche for themselves by concentrating on catering to the ladies with their lyrics. Along...

Harlem | 06/24/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: Dear Summer

Greetings, all! Welcome back to Name That Beat. Last week's beat is a rediscovered gem that 9th Wonder helped to gain more attention by using it for the beat he created for Erykah Badu's "Honey." The original beat was Nancy...

ill Mami | 06/24/2008 at 4:00 PM | Permalink

Admin Announcements, SoulTube

Join In On The Fun: BET Awards Live-Blog TONIGHT!

It's been a while since I've done one of these live-blogs, so what better way to jump back in the game than with a play-by-play of all of the tomfoolery that only the BET Awards '08 can provide! Yes, yes,...

Butta | 06/24/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Ra-Re Valverde

It's not often that an emerging artist gets to be described as having a "tone like chocolate silk" by Jill Scott or even have Rahsaan Patterson describe your debut album, A Beautiful Mess, as "pure artistry." For Ra-Re Valverde, however,...

ill Mami | 06/24/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Where The Players Dwell

Jill Scott announced her engagement to her drummer, John Roberts, over the weekend at Carnegie Hall in NYC. Is this "The Real Thing" or is she drunk off that "Crown Royal"? [BV]Jermaine Dupri wants to plant his seed in...

Butta | 06/24/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#40: Xscape 'Who Can I Run To'

Xscape was one of those '90's girl groups that I was somewhat always reluctant to admit to liking. Why? Mainly because what they lacked in sophistication, they more than made up for with their singing ability. Not just one of...

ill Mami | 06/23/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

First Spin

Who's Going To Be Marsha Ambrosius' 'Co-Star'?

Marsha Ambrosius, the Songstress of Floetry, is back with a lovely song just in time for Summer. I have to admit that I'm rather loving the retro vibe many artists have been incorporating into their latest works with a fresh-sounding...

ill Mami | 06/23/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Common Pushing Album Date Back To Make Us All Dance

Common has decided to push the album release back for his forthcoming album, Invincible Summer, to September 23rd, which happens to be the first official day of Fall. Granted, this means that bloggers and journalists everywhere can't refer to Common...

ill Mami | 06/23/2008 at 3:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Calendar

UPCOMING EVENTS: Lizz Wright, Rahsaan Patterson, Taste of Chicago & More

Although I'm supposed to be on a bi-weekly schedule, this particular week was just too chock full of musical delights. I had to be sure Bouncers were in-the-know. Ever wonder about A Day in the Life of an Independent Artist?...

Vivrant Thang | 06/23/2008 at 3:00 PM | Permalink

First Spin

You Asked For It: Zo! & Tigallo Are 'Steppin Out'

I can't even begin to tell you how many times I have listened to the latest releases from Zo! and Tigallo Love The 80's. Enough to really begin to crave day-glo colors. And judging from the comments, apparently I'm not...

ill Mami | 06/23/2008 at 2:30 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Jenny Hud Speaks About Living in the Spotlight

Entertainment Tonight recently caught up with Jennifer Hudson on the set of her new video for the track "Spotlight," the first single from her upcoming album. I love me some Jenny, and the clip below displays her candidness about, well,...

Harlem | 06/23/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Melissa Young Is More Than 'Just A Girl'

Atlanta soul singer Melissa Young recently premiered the video for her popular song "Just A Girl." Fans of BETJ have probably seen this one on the channel since its June 9th premiere and The Making of the Video special. Although...

Butta | 06/23/2008 at 12:30 PM | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Immortal Technique Proves Conscious Rappers Are Politically Involved

Memo to John McWhorter: The premise of your latest book, All About the Beat: Why Hip-Hop Can't Save Black America, is about to be shattered. It turns out that not only are certain conscious rappers political within their communities, they are...

ill Mami | 06/23/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Keep It Real

Does Amy Winehouse have the cooties? [SOHH] Nah, just emphysema. Note to Ames: Crack is wack. [Y!]So Musiq is serious about this "Radio" foolishness. [SR]Brand Nubian's Sadat X has a new CD in the works. [AHH]The Vapors is in...

Butta | 06/23/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#41: Quincy Jones 'The Secret Garden'

Growing up, I never understood what Quincy Jones did. It never made sense to me how he would release albums with his picture on the covers and name on the records when he sang nary a song. No one...

Butta | 06/20/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

First Spin

Exclusive New Anthony David: 'Miss U'

Just in time to put some funk in your Friday is some new hotness from our man, Anthony David. His album, Acey Duecy, hits the streets this coming Tuesday, and in anticipation of that wonderful occasion he's blessed us...

Butta | 06/20/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

D'Angelo Ready for His J Records Debut. Almost.

We've addressed it here before. And we stand by the fact that next week's release of D'Angelo's The Best So Far... CD/DVD retrospective isn't nearly going to cut it for a fan base that has been waiting patiently on a...

Harlem | 06/20/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

UK Bounce

Alice Russell Brings UK Soul To US Shores

We're all well aware of the triumvirate of British blue-eyed soul singers that have a stranglehold on the people's attention right now: Amy Winehouse, Duffy and Adele. All great artists in their own right, but hardly the be all...

Butta | 06/20/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

First Spin

Zo! & Phonte Love The 80's More Than You Know

Full disclosure: I am a treasure trove of random 80's pop songs. Everything from Journey, Fleetwood Mack pre- and post-Stevie Nicks' departure, The Police, Billy Idol and everything in between I could sing verbatim at the drop of a hat....

ill Mami | 06/20/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (11) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, First Spin

Raheem DeVaughn To Rerelease 'Love Behind the Melody' With Some Textual Seduction

2008 has definitely been Raheem DeVaughn's year. He released his second CD, Love Behind the Melody, to critical acclaim, got nominated for a Grammy, and is currently on the last leg of his first headlining tour. So you would...

Butta | 06/20/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (5) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Janelle Monae Looking for La-La Land Lookalikes for New Short Film

Here's the best part about posting on East coast time: we always give our West coast readers something to wake up to in the morning. And this morning, if you live in L.A., you still have time to get up,...

Harlem | 06/20/2008 at 11:00 AM | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

New Videos From Shawn Jackson, Mr. Vegas & Tabi Bonney

The fellas are stepping it hotter this week with a trio of videos as hot as the temperatures outside. Coming at cha straight from a sound stage is Shawn Jackson with a simple video for a dope song that will...

Butta | 06/20/2008 at 10:30 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Summer, Summer, Summertime

Janet Jackson is gonna get real with MTV. [Variety]It's a wrap for Alicia Keys' tour. [RTNY]Amy Winehouse is still down and out in the hospital. [People]Jazz was honored at the White House on Thursday. [Y!]...

Butta | 06/20/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#42: Janet Jackson 'The Pleasure Principle'

Picture a seven-year-old nOva knowing the words to Janet Jackson's "Pleasure Principle" verbatim but not knowing what any of those words meant, namely "principle"--which wasn't the guy whose office I was often called into in those days. I would later...

nOvaMatic | 06/19/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Battle of the Beats

Which Girl Group Do You Want To Spend 'All Night Long' With?

This week it's an all-female rumble in the soul jungle to see which girl group comes out on top. Sorry, fellas, there's no mud or Jello involved. This virtual Battle of the Beats pits those '80s fantasy ladies, The...

Butta | 06/19/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (13) | Permalink

First Spin

Amanda Diva's Heart Is In The City

Amanda Diva has been steadily creeping in and out of our radar these days, mostly from her self-penned blog. Now it seems as though Miss Diva will have the Foreplay mixtape for us to sample which actually will serve as...

ill Mami | 06/19/2008 at 4:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

J-Hud Says 'Yes, I Will' for Obama

Jennifer Hudson is ready, willing and able to do whatever necessary for presumptive Democratic presidential candidate and fellow Chicagoan Barack Obama. All he has to do, according to the Oscar-winning actress, is call. "I sang for Obama after I did...

Harlem | 06/19/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin

Is 'Brandi' Dwele's Girl?

Although Dwele might not be my favorite artist, his sound is unmistakably smooth and much needed in these mainstream soul music-depraved times. Long time collaborators Slum Village always bless a Dwele track lovely and vice versa, but "Brandi" is just...

ill Mami | 06/19/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise, SoulTube

Experience Jill Scott's 'Real Thing' On TV One

If I've said it once, I'll say it a thousand times: Do yourself a favor and go see Jill Scott in concert. Those who've had the pleasure of seeing the woman in action can attest that her live show is...

Butta | 06/19/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

You Don't Want To Get Jazmine Sullivan Angry

We've been feeling Jazmine Sullivan for a minute now, especially after her last single with its infectious Caribbean riddims. Her latest single, "Bust Your Windows," is currently available only as a snippet on her MySpace page, but the message that...

ill Mami | 06/19/2008 at 1:40 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin, Jazzy Ways

Madlib x Brasil = Tropicalismo

As much as I have written on sometimes elusive Madlib (pictured above) on this website, it stands to reason that I think the man is a musical genius. For others, you only "get" Madlib and his several incarnations, or you don't. That...

ill Mami | 06/19/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: TL Cross

I was serious when I said last month that I'd be out and about in NYC scouting new Bounce-Worthy talent. This time, I was downtown at SOB's for their monthly Sol Village event, a new talent showcase for unsigned...

Harlem | 06/19/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Robin Thicke's CD Gets New Release Date

Attention, Robin Thicke fans. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but his new album has gotten pushed back farther than Naomi Campbell's hairline. OK, OK, maybe the situation isn't that severe, but after originally being scheduled to...

Butta | 06/19/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Got A Letter From The Government

Angie Stone discusses the light skin/dark skin issues in the music and film industries. [BV]Does Musiq have some skeletons in his, er, closet? [BX]Hidden Beach is filming a video for the Unwrapped version of "Shawty"--complete with Soulja Boy. [HB]Kedar...

Butta | 06/19/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#43: TROOP 'Spread My Wings'

Confession time: I kinda like the Jordin Sparks/Chris Brown duet "No Air." (Come on. You can admit that you like it, too. It's cool. We're all friends.) It's just a good R&B song that happens to be written by Steve...

Harlem | 06/18/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Video: Noel Gourdin's 'The River'

Noel Gourdin has been on my radar for a while now--since early 2007, to be exact, when I first heard his song "The River." I listened to the promo copy of the single and was immediately drawn to his vintage...

Butta | 06/18/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin

New Artist Dondria Goes Retro For Debut Single

After endearing himself to absolutely no one with his recent antics and running off at the mouth, Jermaine Dupri somehow found time to actually do a little work and sign a new artist to his label. That's if you call...

Butta | 06/18/2008 at 4:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'Miss Rap Supreme' Divas Pass The Mic

As much as I loved the (White) Rapper Show, I loved Miss Rap Supreme that much more. Aside from the obvious of loving the show because it featured female emcees battling it out for the title of "Miss Rap Supreme"...

ill Mami | 06/18/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Still Wondering If This Video Will Come On Before Or After 'Bobby Jones Gospel'

Well, well, well. Look who's getting a bit more political these days. It seems as though NYOIL's latest video for his song "Y'all Should All Get Lynched" has gotten the green light from Reginald Hudlin, BET's president of entertainment and...

ill Mami | 06/18/2008 at 3:35 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Phonte Proving To Be Quite The Comedian

If any of you are unaware of "Gordon Gartrell Radio" hosted by Phonte from Little Brother (pictured at far right with 9th Wonder and Al Gore...huh?) , do yourself a favor and subscribe to it here. We at SBHQ were...

ill Mami | 06/18/2008 at 2:45 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Jazzy Ways

Go Behind the Groove of Hidden Beach Unwrapped Vol. 5

A few weeks ago we featured the latest offering in the Hidden Beach Unwrapped series. Unwrapped Vol. 5.0: The ColliPark Cafe picks up where the last installment left off and gives those hungry for jazzy versions of urban radio and...

Butta | 06/18/2008 at 2:00 PM | Permalink

First Spin

Charles Hamilton Gets 'Closer' With MC Lyte

Ever since Almost September announced that they were a band, in all of their alt-hip hop-rock glory, I have been patiently waiting for the return of MC Lyte. Her skills on the mic past and present are unrivaled, especially when...

ill Mami | 06/18/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: If You're Tired, Then Go Take A Nap

Chante Moore opens up. [HH]It's B2K week at VIBE.com. Insert your own blank stare here. [VIBE]Mary J. Blige was in a generous mood at the Diane Von Furstenberg store last week. [SH]Don't break your fingers rushing to hear these...

Butta | 06/18/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#44: Whitney Houston 'All the Man That I Need'

During the course of this countdown, we've already deemed Luther Vandross the King of the Remake. However, if we were to crown a Queen, then that honor would have to go to Whitney Houston. Whitney's been known to tackle a...

Butta | 06/17/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: Where Hip Hop Lives

Happy Tuesday, y'all! Welcome back to your beloved Name That Beat. Big up to Belve who correctly guessed last week's beat. It was Donald Byrd's "Beale Street" that was used by Pharcyde on "Oh Sh*t!" I know that usually the...

ill Mami | 06/17/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

First Spin

Musiq's 'Radio' Needs An 'Off' Switch

OK, my peoples, this is going to be quick. Let me just say that I'm a Musiq fan. Loved his last project Luvanmusiq, even forgiving him for attempting to reinvent the De La Soul classic "Buddy" with um, "B.U.D.D.Y." See? I...

Harlem | 06/17/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (48) | Permalink

First Spin

Erykah's 'Healer' Gets Some Help From Pharoahe Monche

After attending Erykah Badu's Vortex Tour concert last week, I've just about been rocking my "Hip Hop Is Bigger Than The Government" t-shirt pretty much any chance I can get. For this reason, the song that this line is from,...

ill Mami | 06/17/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

First Spin

Are You Gonna Go With John Legend and Andre 3000?

A few weeks ago when I posted the snippet of John Legend's new track, "Green Light," with Andre 3000 on board, the reaction was mixed at best. But now that the whole song has surfaced and we can all listen...

Butta | 06/17/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Countdown To Wax Poetics Offering Digital Downloads

In two days, yes, two days, Wax Poetics Magazine will finally offer digital downloads in MP3 format of their undoubtedly extensive catalog of old school soul, hip hop, jazz, disco, and everything in between. For audiophiles, beat minerz, crate diggers,...

ill Mami | 06/17/2008 at 1:45 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Sh*t or Shinola?

Join Us As We Bemoan the R. Kelly Verdict!

Let me tell you something, R. Kelly has been on our SH*TLIST for a hot minute here at SoulBounce. One, because he considers being wack a goal, and two, I wouldn't trust him with a goldfish let alone my daughter....

nOvaMatic | 06/17/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Little Jackie

You've heard the story before. Young singer gets plucked from obscurity (or college), signs a deal with a major record company, said record company invests millions into the project, debut album gets released, one hit comes from it but...

Butta | 06/17/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (12) | Permalink

First Spin

Did Missy Give Her 'Best Best' On This Track?

FACTS: This is the new track from Missy Elliott, called "Best Best." It's produced by Danja and is from her forthcoming Block Party. OPINION: Her Supa Dupa Fly days are clearly behind her. In general, I love Missy, because there's...

nOvaMatic | 06/17/2008 at 11:39 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Hip-Hop at War

Grandmaster Flash Hops on the Anti-JD Train

Today we present to you another chapter in the "Jermaine Durpi Done Effed Up" Chronicles. This time, the response comes from the one, the only, Grandmaster Flash, who is a pioneer in this game and should pretty much be able...

nOvaMatic | 06/17/2008 at 11:08 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Releases

Viva La Black Music Month!

Chante Moore Love the WomanC.L. Blast Lay Another Log on the Fire Coldplay Viva La VidaCraig G & Marley Marl Operation Take Back Hip HopDiana Ross Everything is Everything [Original Recording Remastered]Erick Matthews Life CapturedEtana The Strong OneThe Geto Boys...

Butta | 06/17/2008 at 10:30 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Don't Be A Dumb Dummy

Phonte is in rare form this week. [GGR]Mariah Carey is bottling up more of her scent. [WWD]Chaka Khan needs a new stylist. Like yesterday. [LBS]Mike Phillips brought some jazzy funk to the Apple store in NYC. [HB]Lenny Kravitz rocked...

Butta | 06/17/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#45: Ready For The World 'Love You Down'

Ready for the World was a group that was before its time. Sure, their Jheri curls, outfits and funked-up R&B grooves screamed 1980s. However, it was a cut from their second long-player, Long Time Coming, that shows that they...

Butta | 06/16/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Go Behind The Scenes With Dwele

Next week Dwele's new disc Sketches of a Man hits the streets, and in anticipation of this joyous occasion he's taking us behind the scenes and giving us a taste of what we can expect on the CD. This EPK...

Butta | 06/16/2008 at 4:30 PM | Permalink

First Spin

112's Q Wants To 'Get At You'

Looks like that 112 reunion I've been crossing my fingers, toes and eyes for won't be happening any time soon, but through counseling I'm learning to live with that fact. It also helps that the group members are all...

Butta | 06/16/2008 at 3:30 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Media Watch, Soul Cynic

JET Announces, 'Prince Turns 50!'...Two Weeks Late

I swear, I couldn't make this up if I tried. JET magazine, a publication that prides itself on delivering black news first, has just announced that music and cultural icon Prince is celebrating his 50th birthday!!! The problem with that...

Harlem | 06/16/2008 at 2:40 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Calendar

UPCOMING EVENTS: Eric Roberson, Anthony David, Dwele & More

Progressive soul fans, where ya at? Martin Luther and Res return to DC on Friday night with an intimate performance at Penang Bar and Lounge. Tickets are $15 before 9pm. For more information, contact Cristina Payne at (202) 361-8614...

Vivrant Thang | 06/16/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Hip-Hop at War, Media Watch

Conscious Hip Hop: The New Danger?

John McWhorter, by my best approximation, is an idiot. I know that this is quite a generalization since I have never met the guy, but his recent claim that conscious hip hop is a "fallacy" that is leading its listeners...

ill Mami | 06/16/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Rap Snacks, Soul On Film

LA Shows Its Hip Hop Roots In New Documentary

Remember back in the '90s when West Coast hip hop meant more than gangsta rap? Yeah, we do, too. That's why it's such a pleasure to see This Is The Life, a documentary exploring the roots of LA's freestyle scene...

ill Mami | 06/16/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Rap Snacks, Soul On Stage

Hip Hop Recognized At The Tony Awards

At last night's Tony Awards, four Tonys were awarded to the cast and crew of In The Heights, a musical about a Dominican bodega owner and his crew in New York City's Washington Heights neighborhood. Incorporating hip hop, salsa, merengue, and...

ill Mami | 06/16/2008 at 10:26 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: And Do The Wop

Snoop Dogg's wife, Shante Broadus, was nabbed for alcohol seduction D.U.I. [CL]Even out shopping with her daughter, Fantasia is so hood. [SL]Is Craig David too good to be straight? [TA]The R. Kelly jurors agreed that he was on the...

Butta | 06/16/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Looking Back

Wrapping This Week's Soul Candy

Eric Roberson Baracked the crowd at CJF.Chrissette Michele got down with the swirl.We wondered if Janet still has what it takes to move a fickle public.DJs called out JD for various crimes.We hit the mid-point of our Top 100 countdown.We...

nOvaMatic | 06/13/2008 at 8:19 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#46: Groove Theory "Tell Me"

When Groove Theory's "Tell Me" dropped at the end of the summer of 1995, it shocked just about everyone with its sweet simplicity. I say "sweet" because Amel Larrieux's voice sounded almost as though it may have been barely audible...

ill Mami | 06/13/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

First Spin

Cody ChesnuTT x Afrobeat = 'AfrObama'

So maybe you've noticed by now that we Barack our bodies at SoulBounce HQ. It's not our fault that artists keep coming out with odes to the current Democratic Presidential candidate. Even Atlanta's own Cody ChestnuTT, who seemingly slipped into darkness...

ill Mami | 06/13/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

First Spin

Crank That or Shank That? New Joints from Solange, EPMD, Nappy Roots & More

Now comes that part of the week where we play catch up. Today we highlight some of the noteworthy tracks that arrived on our radar this week via an intrepid PR rep, a close friend, or another blog. We're doing...

nOvaMatic | 06/13/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (11) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Eric Roberson Freestyles For Team Obama

Eric Roberson is known far and wide for his on-stage freestyle songs during his concerts. At some point during his set, he'll ask his captivated audience to provide him with a handful of random words, and--being the genius that he...

Butta | 06/13/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

Dedicated Friday Funk

SPR: SoulPeople Raydee-Oh Episode 19 w/ Erik Rico [SPR]DIRTY MARTINI: Two Miles An Hour So Everybody Sees You (Doug E. Fresh, LL Cool J, Full Force) [DM]PROFESSOR P & DJ AKILLES: He's the DJ, I'm the Rapper (Fat Joe, Jay-Z,...

nOvaMatic | 06/13/2008 at 12:00 PM | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

New Videos From Opio, C.R.A.C. and Ray Lavender

This week's new videos have something for the hip hop head and the lover in you. First up we have Opio of the Souls of Mischief crew with a short but sweet colorful clip. Keeping the heads nodding is the...

Butta | 06/13/2008 at 11:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Burn, Baby, Burn!

Amerie is now down with Def Jam. Stay tuned to find out if that is a blessing or a curse. [HH]Is Ne-Yo crushing on Alicia Keys? [OE]Solange has Bilal, Marsha Ambrosius and Q-Tip guesting on her new album, and...

Butta | 06/13/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#47: TLC 'Baby, Baby, Baby'

In a year that also saw releases by SWV and Mary J. Blige, TLC was part of a New Jill renaissance. The colorful baggy clothes, the obnoxious accessories, and preponderance of prophylactics presented (gotta love that alliteration) a new image...

nOvaMatic | 06/12/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Interviews

Behind the Groove with Hil St. Soul

The name Hilary Mwelwa may not be familiar to most soul music fans. Unless, that is, they're aware that she is the "Hil" in the duo Hil St. Soul--and arguably the "Soul" as well. Hilary serves as the face and...

Butta | 06/12/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Battle of the Beats

Whose 'Lean' is More Gangsta? DRS or The Clipse?

Continuing with today's "gangsta" theme, we thought it might be a good idea to have it boil over into Battle of the Beats. "Diggin' in the scene with a gangsta lean" was coined by William DeVaughn in "Be Thankful for...

nOvaMatic | 06/12/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Soul-Poll

YOU TELL US: Who's the Dopest MC Out Right Now?

Our Dopest MC poll is heating up and there's still time to put your bid in! Due in part to the response to MTV's hottest list of stand-up comedians and Mean Girls, we thought it prudent to have the SoulBounce...

nOvaMatic | 06/12/2008 at 3:00 PM | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

The Return of Platinum Pied Pipers

When Platinum Pied Pipers, consisting of Detroit's own Wajeed and Saadiq, emerged on the music music scene four years ago, their sound was very welcomed from progressive-thinking music lovers around the globe. Artists such as Tiombe Lockhart, Rogiers, and Steve Spacek...

ill Mami | 06/12/2008 at 2:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Hip-Hop at War

He Turned an Icon Into a 'Bust It Baby'

Oh snap! The claws are really coming out in Hip Hop right about now. Recently, Jermaine Dupri did a series of videos over at The Most Access bemoaning the state of the music game with an astounding lack of irony....

nOvaMatic | 06/12/2008 at 1:30 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Chrisette Michele Tries Something New In 'Love is You'

Full disclosure: I have a healthy crush on Chrisette Michele. There, I said it. It's based on her all-around talent, and her constant and deliberate intention not to fit into any sort of mold. Sometimes it works for her (the...

Harlem | 06/12/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (8) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy, Free Music

Bounce-Worthy: Ayah

Are you looking for a place to find some soul music that combines dope beats, tight vocals and meaningful lyrics? Then look no further than our neighbors to the North because Canada is home to some hot and hungry talent...

Butta | 06/12/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

First Spin

LL Cool J & The Dream Make a 'Baby'

When I'm alone in my room, sometimes I stare at the wall, and in the back of my mind I hear the sound of intense lip-licking and tired bravado over a staid R&B instrumental. I never thought the day would...

nOvaMatic | 06/12/2008 at 11:15 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

That's Gangsta!

Remember the days of yore when songs about smoking the pigs were all the rage? Criminals Wanted takes a jaunt down memory lane to recount some of the most bad-ass Rap songs that would deign to challenge the police to...

nOvaMatic | 06/12/2008 at 10:45 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Mind Blowing

Timbaland and his baby mama jumped the broom. [US]Ashanti's bloody "Gotchagram" campaign for "The Way That I Love You" is drawing protest. [BS]Is Ryan Leslie the next big thing? Definitely in his own mind. [RC]Would you buy a gift...

Butta | 06/12/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#48: Teddy Pendergrass 'Love T.K.O.'

"Let it go!" That's the falsetto fallout that serves as the proverbial knockout punch on the 1980 Teddy Pendergrass hit "Love T.K.O." But have you ever listened closely to the rest of the lyrics, which serve as the body blows?...

Harlem | 06/11/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: Forever Old Skool

Last week's beat was a bit of a tricky one. Mainly because the sample was easy enough, but coming up with the artist who sampled it was a bit more challenging. Yes, this track is Atlantic Starr's "Love Me Down."...

ill Mami | 06/11/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

I Was There, Pause For A Cause

musicFIRST Fights For Artists Rights on the Radio

Last night I was invited to an exclusive event in Washington, D.C. thrown by musicFirst in conjunction with SoundExchange. The Sugarhill Gang and Whodini's Grandmaster Dee, who are in town for this weekend's Fresh Fest concert, mixed and mingled...

Butta | 06/11/2008 at 4:30 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Art & Soul

You Better 'Recognize' Hip Hop Art At The Smithsonian

For those of you who live and breathe hip hop, you are most definitely aware of the many arenas that hip hop dwells. It's not just rhyming or break dancing after all. Hip hop has served as the muse...

ill Mami | 06/11/2008 at 3:45 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

First Spin

Want A Spin In J*Davey's 'Fancy Auto'?

After their manifesto, not much had been heard from soul wave darlings J*Davey. Yes, "Fancy Auto" is a song on on their current release, 4000 A.D., so it may not be new, but it's been getting more play, especially at this...

ill Mami | 06/11/2008 at 2:45 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Saul Williams' Indie Experiment Has Him Paid In Full

Last year when Saul Williams released The Inevitable Rise And Liberation Of Niggy Tardust, he was offering the album as part of a "variable pricing program." This little experiment, which gave the consumers the option of how much they were...

ill Mami | 06/11/2008 at 1:45 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

We Hear

Oh God in Heaven, Let This Not Have Merit

Not for nothing, but we take the CRS project quite seriously around these parts. It's not only the most anticipated Hip Hop team-up in the history of man, but it's also likely to be the most organic. So when we...

nOvaMatic | 06/11/2008 at 11:36 AM | Comments (6) | Permalink

We Hear

And Now, the Inevitable Apology

Back when I decided I'd no longer post Amy Winehouse items that had nothing to do with her music, I didn't have the foresight to include racist nursery rhymes. So here we are, in the aftermath of yet another episode...

nOvaMatic | 06/11/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Golly Gee

The defense rested its case in the R. Kelly trial. This circus should be over soon. [RWS]Persia White may have lost her Girlfriends, but she gained a husband in Saul Williams. [RG101]Alicia Keys to play multiple roles in her...

Butta | 06/11/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#49: Luther Vandross 'A House is Not a Home'

We've covered this before. Whenever Luther Vandross blesses a remake, it becomes his ("Always and Forever" notwithstanding). However, when Luther chose to remake "A House is Not a Home" in 1981 for his debut album, Never Too Much, it was...

Harlem | 06/10/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

First Spin

Dwele And Slum Village Are All 'Cheatin''

Detroit stand up! Your hometown faves Dwele and Slum Village have teamed up for the remix to the former's current single, "I'm Cheatin'." This is but one song in a string of collabos between these brothas, and it just goes...

Butta | 06/10/2008 at 4:45 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Media Watch, Soul Fashioned

Nas Channels His Inner Cool Kid For Fashion Spread

In the event that you are tired of hearing about Nas' music, then this particular post is for you. Always one to surprise and amaze, Nasir Jones has upped and done an unintentionally comical spread in some interesting gear in...

Butta | 06/10/2008 at 3:15 PM | Permalink

Soul Cynic

Can Janet Still Sell a Record? Does it Even Matter?

While there's plenty of blame being tossed around regarding the non-success of Discipline, there are some things that need to be pointed out from a very patient fan's perspective. It's everyone's fault, including Janet Jackson herself. But, to a larger...

nOvaMatic | 06/10/2008 at 2:55 PM | Comments (21) | Permalink

First Spin, House of Soul

Sérgio Mendes + Ledisi x DJ Spinna = Soulful House Heaven

With the temperatures heating up outside, it's not as if we need anything else to make us sweat. But Sérgio Mendes and Ledisi clearly want our antiperspirants to work overtime with this DJ Spinna remix of their song "Waters of...

Butta | 06/10/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (10) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Coultrain

You know how the teasing triumvirate--that would be Bilal, D'Angelo, and Maxwell in increasing order of nipple-pulling annoyance--haven't released an album in more than five years? Despite all of this, you still have a clinging belief that one day you'll...

ill Mami | 06/10/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (11) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Love It Or Hate It: 'Be A Nigger Too' Video Debuts

From the news that Nas' upcoming album would be called Nigger then not, to the release of the "Be A Nigger Too" track, all the way to the disappointment of the release of the album's official single "Hero," comes the...

ill Mami | 06/10/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Releases

Enjoying Black Music Month Yet?

Ahmad Jamal It's MagicAretha Franklin Aretha ArrivesAretha Franklin Let Me in Your LifeBob Baldwin Brazil ChillBrothers Unlimited Who's for the YoungCapelton Bun FriendCassandra Wilson LoverlyCount Basie and Benny Carter Legendary Radio BroadcastsDesmond Dekker King of Ska: Greatest HitsElla Fitzgerald and...

Butta | 06/10/2008 at 10:30 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Could It Be?

Little Richard is still ticking like an old watch. [C+D]What does R&B mean to you? [SR]Does Mariah Carey not wear clothes in her videos anymore? [BAR]Kurt Carr has a new gospel CD in the works. [BV]Is Queen Latifah getting...

Butta | 06/10/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#50: Marvin Gaye 'I Want You'

I'm kinda geeked right now because Marvin's "I Want You" is my favorite track by him. All you "Sexual Healing" and "Let's Get it On" cheerleaders need to fall back! That said, who could make the unmentionables drop quicker than...

nOvaMatic | 06/09/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (13) | Permalink

SoulBounce Sampler, Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

Get The SoulBounce Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs On iTunes

It seems like just yesterday when we started our Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs countdown, but we are already halfway through. With the 50th song premiering today, we are presenting the SoulBounce Sampler on iTunes featuring songs 75 through 51 from...

nOvaMatic | 06/09/2008 at 4:00 PM | Permalink

Reggae Riddims, Video SoulBounce

Another Reggae Remake Proves That Listening To The Radio Is A Waste of Time

Like many of you, I rarely listen to any radio on the FM dial. My musical joy usually comes in the form of mixtapes and downloads of below-the-radar artists, many of whom are featured on this website. Because of my...

ill Mami | 06/09/2008 at 2:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Soul On Film

Marvin Gaye's Life Story To Come To A Theatre Near You

We will finally see a biopic about the life and journey of the minister of soul, Marvin Gaye. F. Gary Gary (The Italian Job) will hold the responsibility of directing Marvin with C. Gaby Mitchell (Blood Diamond) writing the script....

Soul Bounce | 06/09/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

First Spin

Nas' New 'Hero' Is A Zero

For all of you wanting for all this Nigger album and The Nigger Tape mixtape foolishness go away, today is not your day. And for all of you who are on "Team Nas" when it comes to anticipating this album's release,...

ill Mami | 06/09/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (14) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Michael Jackson Gets Stage Fright?

After playing executive producer for his next project, we here at SBHQ are pleased to finally hear some news about the real Michael Jackson. However, the news isn't about MJ and his new musical endeavors being released soon, but it's...

Soul Bounce | 06/09/2008 at 11:30 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Ledisi To Release Christmas Album

I know it's only June, but December will be here before you know it, and thank goodness for that because Ledisi has a musical treat on the horizon to bring us all good tidings of joy. Sunday evening on the...

Butta | 06/09/2008 at 10:40 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Watch Your Back

Mary J. Blige worked that in London this weekend. [CL]Chilli's new CD will be entitled Bipolar. Is she trying to tell us something? [RNBMB]Here's an advance review of Viva la Vida for all you Coldplay fans. [AMB]After getting caught...

Butta | 06/09/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Looking Back

A Week of Side-Eyes

We got Behind the Groove with Lalah Hathaway.Jon B. hopped on the digital train.Little Dragon slayed the masses.Bobby Brown revealed the intimate details of his problems with Usher.Dru Hill's new single was all over the place.We asked you to tell...

nOvaMatic | 06/07/2008 at 11:31 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#51: The Isley Brothers 'For the Love of You Pts. 1 & 2'

Is it any wonder that the end of the first half of the SoulBounce Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs and the second appearance of The Isley Brothers on our list is with their classic cut "For the Love of You Pts....

Butta | 06/06/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Bounce Over There

Mainstream of Consciousness

Music is Lil' Wayne's drug, not real drugs, mind you. In order to prevent being dragged kicking and screaming into the depths of Hell with him, we'll call this a slight fabrication. [HHDX]T-Pain, The Face of Urban Music, is...

nOvaMatic | 06/06/2008 at 4:30 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

There's No 'Substitute Love' For Estelle

Estelle has come to nice up the place with the new video for her reggae-flavored tune, "Substitute Love." The clip for the Wyclef Jean-produced third single from her album, Shine, finds Estelle getting the word that her man is cheating...

Butta | 06/06/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

First Spin

Crank That or Shank That: New Tracks from Lupe, Macy Gray, Blu & More

Now comes that part of the week where we play catch up. Today we highlight some of the noteworthy tracks that arrived on our radar this week via an intrepid PR rep, a close friend, or another blog. We're doing...

nOvaMatic | 06/06/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

Who Is Dwele 'Cheatin'' On In His New Video?

Finally! We get to see Dwele in a new video--his own! Since Kanye dissed him thrice, I'm guessing that he felt bad so he joined forces with Spike Jonze to direct the clip for "I'm Cheatin'." The video takes a...

Butta | 06/06/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Pause For A Cause, Rap Snacks

Common Wants Kids On 'The Corner'

Common is starting a book club (Oprah-style) for students age 13-18. The Common Ground Foundation is giving students the chance to discuss and critically analyze books through an online community called The Corner. Students will have the chance to blog,...

Soul Bounce | 06/06/2008 at 1:30 PM | Permalink

First Spin

Nas Wants A 'Black President'

Yesterday afternoon Nas gave us a preview of the track "Black President," and by nightfall the entire song spread like wildfire through cyberspace. The first song from his The Nigger Tape mixtape with DJ Green Lantern, "Black President" is...

Butta | 06/06/2008 at 1:00 PM | Permalink

Mixtape Roundup

Name That Roundup

CASAMENA: Casamena Radio Hour 5/30 (Estelle, Ledisi, Heather Johnson) [CMRH]SOUNDNEXX: Party Gruvs Vol. 1 (Patra, Janet Jackson, Toni Braxton, Zhane) [SN]ROY DAVIS, JR & FRANKIE KNUCKLES: Live at Sunday Best, 5/25/08, WBMX 11/21/86 [FADER]VIBEMISTRESS: Funky Stuff (Amel Larrieux, Mint Condition,...

nOvaMatic | 06/06/2008 at 12:00 PM | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

New Videos From Ayah, Lloyd and Duo Live

This week's new video roundup has a little something for everyone. Toronto soul siren, Ayah, is up first with a funky fresh video that pays homage to the Blaxploitation movies of the seventies with a little help from rapper Tona....

Butta | 06/06/2008 at 11:00 AM | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Clap Your Hands Just A Little Bit Louder

We reminisce, we reminisce as the tenth anniversary of the release of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill quickly approaches. [AHHA]Get to know Esperanza Spalding. [OKP]Lil Kim looks a little less plastic here. A little. [TF]Bobby Brown's oldest son, Landon...

Butta | 06/06/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#52: Jackson 5 'Never Can Say Goodbye'

I shake my head each time I hear The Jackson 5's "Never Can Say Goodbye" on my iTunes. Not because I don't think it's a great song. I do. In fact, it's a classic. It's not even the fact that...

Harlem | 06/05/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Battle of the Beats

Would You Rather Have a 'Late Night Rendezvous' with Carl or Vikter?

Carl Thomas and Vikter Duplaix are both certified romantics. While one is probably more likely to crank up the Marvin, break out the VSOP and light some incense, the other might just spontaneously appear at the window of his ladylove...

nOvaMatic | 06/05/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (11) | Permalink

First Spin

'Nobody' Channels MiJac Better Than Ne-Yo

So maybe we're starting to sound like a broken record here at SoulBounce, but at least that record is a stone cold jam! Our man Ne-Yo has hit us over the head with another possible leak from his upcoming CD,...

Butta | 06/05/2008 at 3:30 PM | Comments (7) | Permalink

Bounce Back, First Spin

Is This The 'Right Way' For Sam Salter? Umm...Not So Much

The late '90s saw a rash of R&B male singers that received airplay on the tube and radio, but were seldom heard from since. Singers such as Rell, Case, Tony Rich and Sam Salter all fall within this category. Luckily...

ill Mami | 06/05/2008 at 3:00 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Obama Wins Nas' Vote

Barack Obama has won the Democratic presidential nomination. So, who do you go to for a political analysis? Bill O'Reilly? No. You go to Nas. On the song "Black President" Nas samples a little 'Pac and dishes out his opinions...

Soul Bounce | 06/05/2008 at 2:30 PM | Comments (2) | Permalink

Bounce Back, First Spin

Jon B. Reinvents Himself With 'It's U'

Before Robin Thicke became the man, there once was a time when Jon B. was the male white chocolate soul singer du jour. Dude was pretty nice with his. I mean, who else do you know could do duets with...

Butta | 06/05/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (14) | Permalink

First Spin

NER*D Gives Up The Goods

After hearing the snippets from N*E*R*D's soon-to-be-released album, Seeing Sounds, I was left hungry for more of the band's spaced-out funk-pop-rock sounds. One of my favorite songs, "You Know What," has been released from the album which will leave N*E*R*D...

ill Mami | 06/05/2008 at 1:30 PM | Comments (5) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

The Wu Masters Chess. Checkmate!

Every so often, a hip hop mogul starts a fragrance, clothing line, or a bling jewelry line none of us can afford. But just when you think hip hop is in a rut of redundancy, here comes the Wu-Tang Clan...

Soul Bounce | 06/05/2008 at 1:00 PM | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Little Dragon

Little Dragon is a prime example of how not only looks can be deceiving, but geographical origins can be as well. Hailing from Sweden (like fellow compatriot Kissey Asplund), it is likely due to the physical distance from the melisma-laden computer-altered...

ill Mami | 06/05/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (11) | Permalink

Video SoulBounce

'I Decided' That Solange's New Video Ain't So Bad

Last night on BET's Access Granted Solange premiered the new video for her single "I Decided." I didn't watch the program (BET only captures my attention during A Different World reruns nowadays) to get the skinny on the making of...

Butta | 06/05/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (17) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Ain't No Mountain

Carl Thomas needs to watch the company that he keeps. [BS]Set your DVRs to record Jill Scott perform an Al Green tribute at the BET Awards 2008 on June 24. That will almost make a live-blog worth it. Almost....

Butta | 06/05/2008 at 10:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#53: Luther Vandross 'Superstar'

Today's Top 100 entry should come with a disclaimer directed at anyone unfortunate enough to have their songs remade, reinterpreted or even referenced by the late, great Luther Vandross: To all of you, I'm sorry, but Luther owns your material....

Harlem | 06/04/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (14) | Permalink

Interviews

Behind the Groove with Lalah Hathaway

The name Lalah Hathaway is synonymous with good music. Bursting onto the music scene in 1990 with her self-titled debut album, 18 years later she is still here and stronger than ever. Whether she's singing soul or jazz, originals...

Butta | 06/04/2008 at 4:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Rap Snacks, Soul On Film

New Documentary Explores Untimely Death of Jam Master Jay

Last night at the annual Hollywood Black Film Festival, 2 Turntables And A Microphone kicked off the four-day event with its debut. While there had been some speculation about a theatrical release chronicling Jason "Jam Master Jay" Mizell's rise to...

ill Mami | 06/04/2008 at 3:00 PM | Permalink

Soul-Poll

One Question, One Answer: Who's the Dopest MC Out Right Now, PERIOD?

Not for nothing, but MTV's Hottest MCs to Ever Earn a Gossip Headline 2008 received more than its fair share of side-eyes and death threats from our readers. So we decided to ask you, The Unrelentingly Opinionated SoulBounce Hip-Hop Guru,...

nOvaMatic | 06/04/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

George Clinton Goes Old School on 'Radio Friendly'

We wanted the funk, and we got it! George Clinton is putting together a funky pile of goodies on his latest album Radio Friendly to be released September 3 via Shanachie Records. George will be singing updated versions of romantic...

Soul Bounce | 06/04/2008 at 1:30 PM | Comments (3) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Badu Gives More Information About Future Releases

Erykah Badu has given us a tidbit more information about her future releases Return of the Ankh and Lowdown Loretta Brown. We already know the Return of the Ankh will be released in July accompanied with USB sticks. But what...

Soul Bounce | 06/04/2008 at 1:00 PM | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Jermaine Dupri Has Been Reading SoulBounce, Mocks Our Sensibilities

That Jermaine Dupri is quite a character. The diminutive producer who once claimed "Money Ain't a Thang" alongside Jay-Z says that money is one of the things that's killing music. Well gee, you could've knocked me over with a Steve...

nOvaMatic | 06/04/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

First Spin, House of Soul

DJ Aryes Blesses James Brown With a Little B-More Sweat

Not to be outdone by Kenny Dope, DJ Aryes flexes on this remix of "Give It Up Or Turn It Loose." It comes from a four-EP collection of James Brown remixes called Doin' James. But this right here is strictly...

nOvaMatic | 06/04/2008 at 11:30 AM | Permalink

We Hear

Usher Terrorized Bobby Brown By Stealing His Moves, Choking Him Out

Do you see a little Bobby Brown in Usher? Because I don't. Sure, there are those unmistakable shared elements of wanton lust and boiling sweat on stage, but it always seemed slightly more sleazy and drunk uncle-ish when imparted by...

nOvaMatic | 06/04/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (7) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Queen Aretha Declares R&B Is Still Alive

In honor of Black Music Month, Aretha Franklin declares R&B is still alive. In her essay, debuting June 15 on BlackVoices.com, Aretha name checks artists keeping R&B full of life: "...Usher, Anthony Hamilton, Fantasia, Chris Brown, Raheem DeVaughn, Erykah Badu and...

Soul Bounce | 06/04/2008 at 10:30 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Morning Soul

Morning Soul: Reflect On This

Janet Jackson almost gave Sherri Shepherd and heart attack on The View yesterday. [People]With his new album leaking all over the 'net, Lil Wayne has found out that hell hath no fury like a DJ scorned. [LS]Although there was...

Butta | 06/04/2008 at 10:00 AM | Permalink

Top 100 Soul/R&B Songs

#54: Teena Marie 'I Need Your Lovin''

A bit of disclosure: Despite the fact that many of you will disagree with me, I actually like Teena Marie's "I Need Your Lovin'" more than party starter "Square Biz." While Miss Teena must have surely known that "Square Biz" would be...

ill Mami | 06/03/2008 at 6:00 PM | Comments (9) | Permalink

Name That Beat

Name That Beat: For Hip Hop Junkies

Happy Tuesday and welcome back to Name That Beat! Congrats to SoundNexx who correctly guessed last week's beat "Survival" by Annette Peacock which was used by J-Live on "Braggin' Writes." This sample was also used on Ghostface Killah's "Kunta Fly...

ill Mami | 06/03/2008 at 5:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Free Music, Pause For A Cause

Go 'Green' For A Good Cause

There are several mixtapes floating around on the interwebs for download. Many of the ones that we come across on SoulBounce are for free, and we couldn't be happier about that. When we were informed about a mixtape that featured...

ill Mami | 06/03/2008 at 2:00 PM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

Prince Purple Rains On Radiohead

Everyone knows that Prince can be a little diva at times. But now, the former slave of Warner Brothers has taken it to another level. Your purple highness has not only blocked his fans from watching the low-quality videos of...

Soul Bounce | 06/03/2008 at 1:00 PM | Comments (4) | Permalink

Bounce-Worthy

Bounce-Worthy: Sepsenakhi

We know. You've seen this type of soul singer before: the dreads seem to evoke Bay Area songstress Goapele, while the ancient Egyptian imagery evokes Erykah during her initial entrance into our collective consciousness. Yet, when you take a listen...

ill Mami | 06/03/2008 at 12:00 PM | Comments (15) | Permalink

Rap Snacks

Nas Screens 'Be A Nigger Too' Video

Warning! If you're tired of hearing about Nas, then don't read this post. He has made the news again. After stirring up plenty controversy about his new album cover, be prepared for more with the release of his new video...

Soul Bounce | 06/03/2008 at 11:40 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

A Soulful Noise

LaToya & Jackie Confirm Forthcoming Jacksons Things

LaToya can be counted among the most trusted Jacksons, so when she talks I listen, obviously. She and brother Jackie recently appeared on Extra, fueling yet more rumors of a Jackson family reunion in the form of a show or...

nOvaMatic | 06/03/2008 at 11:15 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Relax in Paradise

Bo Diddley (1928-2008)

Rock pioneer Bo Diddley dies at age 79 [AP]The Story of Bo Diddley [AMB]Bo Diddley [AMG][Wiki]...

Butta | 06/03/2008 at 11:00 AM | Comments (1) | Permalink

Releases

Start Black Music Month Off Right

Amy Winehouse Frank [Deluxe Edition]Antonio Carlos Jobim Rio Revisted [Original Recording Remastered]Ashanti The DeclarationAstrud Gilberto Look to the Rainbow [Original Recording Remastered]Astrud Gilberto & Antonio Carlos Jobim The Astrud Gilberto Album [Original Recording Remastered]Bebo Valdés & Orquestra Sabor De Cuba...

Butta | 06/03/2008 at 10:30 AM | Comments (3) | Permalink